Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 25 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
NHC HealthCare, Sparta is highly regarded for its clean environment and compassionate nursing staff, making it a strong candidate for long-term care and rehab. However, families should be aware of past concerns regarding staffing levels and patient mobility assistance; we recommend asking the administration directly about their current staffing ratios and how they ensure timely response to call lights.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
25 reviews on Google“NHC HealthCare, Sparta receives high praise for its compassionate nursing staff, clean facility environment, and proactive communication with families. While many reviewers highlight excellent rehab services and attentive care, there are isolated reports of understaffing and concerns regarding patient mobility and response times. Overall, families frequently recommend the facility for its dedicated approach to resident well-being.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Proactive family communication
- Effective physical and occupational therapy
Concerns
- Understaffing leading to slow response times (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Lack of assistance with patient mobility/getting out of bed (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 28 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given that some families have noted challenges with response times, what is the current process for ensuring residents receive timely assistance when they call for help?
- 2I noticed the facility is rated for 96 residents; how do you manage staffing levels during peak hours to ensure everyone gets the help they need with mobility and getting out of bed?
- 3Since the facility has had some recent state violations, what specific steps have you taken to improve your processes and ensure the highest standard of care for residents?
- 4I’ve read positive feedback about your therapy team; how do you integrate physical and occupational therapy into a resident's daily routine to keep them active?
- 5What does a typical day look like in terms of social engagement and activities for residents who may have limited mobility?
- 6How do you handle medical emergencies or urgent health changes, and how quickly can a family expect to be updated if a situation arises?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Every time I have been the nurses and other staff are alway kind and answer any questions I might have. There is a man and wife nurse team there that mom loves. Every time I have been it is clean and the smell doesn’t smell like that of other place”
“Nursing care was excellent. Despite being bedridden for 3 years, my dad never had skin breakdown. Staff was caring and respectful, even when he was being difficult. The night he passed, the nurse played his favorite song for him over and over.”
“My Dad was in the rehab unit for about six months and we could not have asked for better care. The physical/occupational therapists were excellent, the CNAs were so kind and respectful.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents who fell and were seriously hurt
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
A family complaint triggered a deficiency finding regarding protection from abuse and neglect at this facility. The 19 total deficiencies primarily involved building safety and maintenance issues, fire safety systems, and emergency preparedness protocols. While all violations have been corrected according to the facility, the complaint-based abuse protection issue represents a serious concern that families should discuss directly with staff before making placement decisions.
Jun 11, 2025Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jun 11, 2025Routine11
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Feb 29, 2024Routine3
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Oct 30, 2019Routine4
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
for profit
Chain Affiliation
National Healthcare Corporation
69 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.9/5 · Rank 47 of 65
Ownership & Management
Owners
Morgan Stanley Institutional Advisors LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Nhc/delaware INC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Key personnel
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